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A steaming bowl of Crockpot Vegetable Soup filled with colorful vegetables

Hearty Slow Cooker Vegetable Soup

This hearty slow cooker vegetable soup is packed with fresh vegetables and flavorful herbs, making it a perfect comforting meal for any day of the week. Simply combine all ingredients in a slow cooker and let it simmer to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Ingredients
  

Vegetables

  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 small carrots peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 1 can (14.5 ounce) diced tomatoes undrained
  • 1 can (15 ounce) corn drained
  • 1 can (15 ounce) green beans drained
  • 2 medium potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 cup cabbage or spinach chopped, optional

Liquids & Seasonings

  • 4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth for a non-vegetarian option)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker or use a slow cooker liner for easier cleanup.

Cooking

  • Add onion, garlic, carrots, celery, potatoes, diced tomatoes, corn, and green beans to the slow cooker.
  • Pour in vegetable broth, then season with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper; stir gently.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until vegetables are tender.
  • If using, stir in cabbage or spinach during the last 30 minutes of cooking until wilted.

Serving

  • Taste and adjust seasonings, then ladle into bowls and serve.

Notes

For a richer flavor, you can sauté the onions and garlic before adding them to the slow cooker. This soup freezes well for future meals.